Tourists
Tourist access to medical cannabis in South Korea is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.
Is medical marijuana legal in South Korea?
Partly.
Medical marijuana is restricted in South Korea. Updated October 2026.
Medical cannabis in South Korea: Access limited to Epidiolex, Marinol and Sativex as of now due to a policy implemented by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
The recorded ruling
WhereItsLegal indexes medical marijuana in South Korea as restricted. Medical cannabis in South Korea: Access limited to Epidiolex, Marinol and Sativex as of now due to a policy implemented by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Tourist access to medical cannabis in South Korea is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.
Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.
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Frequently asked
Is medical marijuana legal in South Korea?+
Partly — medical marijuana is restricted in South Korea.
Is medical marijuana restricted everywhere in South Korea?+
The recorded status for South Korea as a whole is restricted. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
Can tourists use medical marijuana in South Korea?+
Tourist access to medical cannabis in South Korea is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.
When was this South Korea medical marijuana ruling last verified?+
Last verified 2026-10-19.
Can you fly with medical marijuana into South Korea?+
No. medical marijuana is restricted in South Korea; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.
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